Holistic Evidence Based Registered Psychologist in Vancouver | Dr. Joanne MacKinnon

For over 30 years I have had the privilege of working with individuals from a wide variety of spiritual, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. My practice is proudly inclusive, welcoming people who are straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, polyamorous, transgender and gender queer.

I love my work and find it incredibly rewarding because I have the privilege of witnessing people heal, grow and transform.

Psychotherapy is not just about symptom relief, it is a journey towards deep personal transformation. Whether you are navigating life transitions, healing from trauma, or seeking a deeper sense of self understanding, I provide a compassionate, collaborative space to support your growth and healing.

Wholeness, Health and Integration

I believe in the innate capacity of individuals to heal and grow. In our work together I help clients:

• Heal from emotionally painful and difficult experiences
• Release ineffective, self-defeating behaviours and limiting beliefs
• Develop adaptive, compassionate self-images
• Cultivate authentic ways of being the world

I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from SFU, and I have been a Certified EMDR Therapist since 2002.

To find out more about how I work, explore My Approach or Who I See.

Currently Accepting New Clients

If you have questions or would like to book an appointment, please do not hesitate to email or phone me. Please note that I check email more frequently than voicemail. I only check voicemail when I’m in the office.

Dr. Joanne L. MacKinnon, Psychologist, CHCPBC # 1017119

Poem written by a  client, November 1, 1997

Word slinger
Say the words about Joanne

She takes my guilt away
Hidden guilt
Deep guilt
Guilt that produces anger

No intellectualizer, this Joanne
Bold woman
Cut to the chase.

You celebrate my courage
You celebrate my choices
You celebrate the part of me that lies within

You point the way
Integration
Courage
No guilt
Bold woman
Helper